MP Materials, operator of the Mountain Pass mine in California’s Mojave Desert, is ramping up supplies of the critical ...

China has tremendous power over the rare earths market. The country has the biggest mines, producing 270,000 metric tons (297 ...

China is blocking exports of these vital minerals. What makes them so special?

Rare earth minerals fuel EVs, jets, and MRIs—but China controls 69% of production and 90% of refining. Can the world break ...

Despite their name, the 17 elements aren’t actually rare, but it’s hard to find them in a high enough concentration to make a mine worth the investment. Tariffs will impact ore supply and ...